Cuban singer Yomil Hidalgo took to social media to express his sorrow after the passing of El Taiger, who fought for his life for a week. The devastating loss has sent ripples through his life and the Cuban reggaeton community. Despite his grief, Yomil shared on Instagram that he finds solace in picturing El Taiger reunited with his mother and Dany, Yomil's deceased partner, in the afterlife. "Today, a legend has moved on to another life... the only comfort I feel amidst such sadness is knowing you are not alone. Right now, you are with your Purita, just as you always dreamed, and Dany is there with you too."
Yomil revealed, "Since October 3rd, my days have been filled with complete sadness and worry about José's situation." He expressed deep gratitude toward José Manuel Carbajal, El Taiger's real name, acknowledging the pivotal role he played in launching Yomil's career. "I will always hold gratitude in my heart for him because thanks to him, DpuntoD gained public acceptance, and from there, our journey began," he emphasized.
The Unseen Struggles of El Taiger
Yomil highlighted the compassionate and vulnerable side of El Taiger, noting that many were unaware of the immense pain he felt after losing his mother. "Many people had no idea of the big heart he had and couldn't understand that his mother was his greatest support. Without her, his life changed drastically," he explained.
He also paid tribute to the close friends who stood by El Taiger through thick and thin: "I witnessed the good friends who supported him through all his wild adventures," mentioning names like El Miki, Irán, Hansel, José el Negro, Marvin, and Maykel, among others.
A Lasting Legacy
Finally, Yomil acknowledged El Taiger's lasting impact: "Cuba has lost its 'Tranka,' the fiercest, the wild one. Rest in peace, my brother; those who truly knew you will keep your memory alive." Before El Taiger's death became public, Yomil had marked his 33rd birthday with sadness and reflection, sharing on social media, "Today is the saddest birthday I've ever had."
Yomil is among the many artists who have publicly mourned El Taiger's passing, uniting in their grief and remembrance on social media.